Market gains with Nifty near 25,000 on India-US trade optimism

The domestic share market indices closed higher on Wednesday, as optimism over possible GST cuts and revived U.S.-India trade talks lifted market sentiment.At close, the Sensex was up 323.83 points or 0.40 percent at 81,425.15, and the Nifty was up 104.5 points or 0.42 percent at 24,973.10. About 2169 shares advanced, 1558 shares declined, and 114 shares unchanged.
Bharat Electronics, Wipro, HCL Technologies, Bajaj Finance, TCS were the top gainers on the Nifty, while losers included M&M, Hero MotoCorp, Bajaj Auto, Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors.On the sectoral front,auto index slipped 1%, while IT index added 2.6%, PSU Bank index was up 2.2% and realty index rose 1%.BSE Midcap and smallcap indices rose 0.7% each.
Rupee Close: 
On 10 Sep'25,the Indian rupee closed 1 paise lower at 88.10 against the US dollar on Wednesday,after US President Donald Trump signaled possible resumption of trade talks with India.
Trading Guide:
Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments stated renewed optimism around ongoing trade negotiations between India and the US lifted market sentiment. Anticipation of stronger H2FY26 earnings, driven by GST rationalization and the benefits of monetary easing, is providing resilience to valuations. The IT index extended its outperformance on hopes of a potential Fed rate cut next week and a revival in technology spending. Investors remain focused on the progress of India–US trade talks for signals of a constructive resolution to tariff-related issues.
Market experts recommended five stocks to buy on Wednesday- Asahi India Glass, Arihant Capital Markets, Affle 3i, Kovai Medical Center And Hospital and Talbros Automotive Components.

(Business Correspondent)